Product Overview + Selection Guide

Municipal + Industrial, Water + Wastewater Treatment Equipment

Aqua Turbo
Aerator/Mixers

Aqua Turbo
Mixers

Aqua Decant
Floating Decanter Systems

Aqua Turbo + Aqua Decant

Combination Systems

Aqua Turbo
Floatables + Foam Processing

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Aqua Turbo Aerator/Mixers

AER-AS Floating Surface Aerator Screwpeller Technology

Axial flow aerator with patented instantaneous radial discharge. World

renowned for high aeration efficiency in field conditions due to maximum
transfer of kinetic energy to water surface. Installations range from small tanks
to massive lagoons due to exceptional mixing and oxygen dispersion.

Applications Range
Aerated lagoons + basins 0.75 - 200kW
Activated-sludge processes 4, 6 + 8-Pole Speeds, direct drive
Aerobic digestion processes Draught to suit water level
MBR + SBR AISI 304/316 or special SS
Features Configurations
High oxygen transfer + dispersion Pontoon mount only
Excellent mixing with low floc damage Vertical operation only
No gearbox so low maintenance 1 x Surface drive
Simple installation + removal Fixed or variable WL

AER-F [ES] Fixed Surface Aerator [ES = Extended Shaft option] Screwpeller Technology

Designed for bridge or platform mounting in basins with fixed or minimal

water level variation. Can be installed and removed as a fully assembled unit
through a hole in the platform without draining the basin. The length can be
manufactured to suit virtually any platform to water level measurement.

Applications Range
Aerated basins + tanks 0.75 - 200kW
Activated-sludge processes 4, 6 + 8-Pole Speeds, direct drive
Aerobic digestion processes Draught/extended shaft to suit WL
Oxidation ditches AISI 304/316 or special SS
Features Configurations
Easy access Fixed bridge/platform mount only
Virtually zero maintenance Vertical operation only
Spray openings can align with columns 1 x Surface drive
Installed + removed thru hole in bridge Fixed or minimal WL variation

AER-SL Fixed or Floating Directional Aerator/Mixer Screwpeller Technology

Aspirator aerator featuring a unique impeller and vacuum chamber design

drawing air below water level and dispersing as micro-bubbles in any chosen
direction. Ideal when aeration and directional flow generation are required in
a single unit. Multiple mounting options allow use in any basin geometry.

Applications Range
Directional aeration + mixing 1.5 - 30kW
Storage, equalization, contact + stabilization 2 + 4-Pole + dual speed, direct drive
Nitrification/denitrification EMOD motor - IP 68 protection
SBR AISI 304/316 or special SS
Features Configurations
Independent aeration + mixing [dual speed] Rail, floor + pontoon mount options
Non-clogging impeller + vacuum chamber Any operating angle - 0 -180
Robust + compact design - low vibration 1 x Submerged drive
Simple installation + removal Fixed or variable WL

AER-GS Fixed Low-speed Bottom Aerator/Mixer

Totally independent aerator and mixer. Blower operation and frequency can
regulate oxygen supply from zero to maximum capacity, whilst retaining full
mixing and oxygen dispersion capability, therefore ideal for SBR, MBR reactors.
Available as submerged drive or surface drive with extended shaft.

Applications Range
Activated-sludge + aerobic digestion 1.1 - 30kW
Nitrification/denitrification 10 - 42rpm, geared drive
SBR + MBR - Oxygen regulation 350 - 3,250m/h Airflow
Also ideal for deep tanks + high MLSS AISI 304/316 or special SS
Features Configurations
Independent aeration + mixing Fixed bridge + floor-mount only
High oxygen transfer + dispersion Vertical operation only
Intensive low energy to volume mixing 1 x Submerged or surface drive
Non-clogging + low bubble coalescence Fixed or variable WL
AER-GD Fixed Low-speed Surface Aerator

Specifically designed for fixed mounting to allow impeller immersion to vary

in accordance with flow and associated oxygen demand. Maintains aeration
efficiency at variable speed. Four impeller options - 4-blade, to induce
circulation in oxidation ditches, and 6-blade, for higher efficiency; LH or RH.

Applications Range
Ideal for oxidation ditches 1.1 - 160kW
Activated-sludge systems with baffles 40 - 130rpm, geared drive
Aerobic digestion processes 4 + 6 Blade, LH + RH impellers
Unscreened plants Epoxy coated MS or SS options
Features Configurations
High oxygen transfer Fixed bridge/platform mount only
Intensive mixing Vertical operation only
Easy access 1 x Surface drive
Robust design - virtually zero maintenance Fixed or minimal WL variation

AER-SB [L] Fixed Bottom Aerator [L = Long channel option]

As a bottom mounted aerator and with intensive mixing action it is ideal for
deep tanks, moderate to high solids concentrations and also re-suspension
of settled solids. Available with or without channels and in self-aspirating and
blower versions depending on basin dimensions and oxygen demand.

Applications
Activated-sludge processes
Aerobic digestion processes
Fibrous, high abrasion + corrosion
Also ideal for deep tanks + high MLSS
Features
Intensive low energy to volume mixing
Non-clogging design
Low noise
Simple installation + removal with tank full
Range
1.1 - 110kW, 4-Pole Speed, direct drive
Standard or long channel option
Aspirator + blower options
AISI 304/316 or special SS
Configurations
Fixed floor-mount only
Vertical operation only
1 x Submerged drive
Fixed or variable WL - Max 10m

AER-AS/MIX-SL Combination Floating Surface Aerator/Submerged Mixer Screwpeller Technology

Separate aerator and mixer motors allow individual or joint operation; ideal
for applications requiring oxygen regulation. Joint operation improves overall
aeration efficiency, eliminates mixer rails, aligns the impellers on a common
axis, to provide complimentary mixing patterns, and reduces mixing energy.

Submerged Mixer Operating
Surface Aerator + Submerged Mixer Operating
Applications Range
SBR + MBR AER-AS - Max. 200kW, direct drive
Nitrification/denitrification MIX-SL - Max. 22kW, direct drive
Oxygen regulation Mixer submergence to suit WL
Ideal for deep tanks + seasonal loadings AISI 304/316 or special SS
Features Configurations
Totally independant aeration + mixing Pontoon mount only
Low energy mixing Vertical operation only
Complimentary mixing patterns 2 drives - 1 surface/1 submerged
Simple installation Fixed or variable WL - Max 10m

Screwpeller Technology
What is Screwpeller?
Screwpeller is a centrifugal impeller using
a two-start Archimedean helix with a hollow
semi-conical core and an integral round
plate at the base of the cone. The base end
incorporates a boss with a bore and keyway
machined to allow direct connection to an
electric motor.
Why is Screwpeller so special?
1. The two-start helix allows perfect balance
due to equal distribution of mass and is
direct coupled to the motor eliminating
support bearings, sleeves and couplings
along with all associated maintenance
issues.
2. The exceptional pumping efficiency is close
to that of a volumetric pump and the gentle
action of the sweeping flights minimises
damage to delicate flocs.
3. The integral round plate functions as
a rotating diffusion head instantaneously
changing the direction of the AXIAL suction
flow to a RADIAL discharge flow with minimal
hydraulic and frictional losses.
4. The rotating diffusion head reduces trust
loadings on the motor bearing by two-thirds
and allows the use of standard bearings.
5. The flat discharge trajectory produces a
horizontal velocity maximising kinetic energy
whilst ensuring exceptionally low splash.
The unique operation injects the reintroduced
flow to create micro-bubbles and
maximum oxygen distribution whilst
reducing odour, aerosols, noise and
heat loss.
6. The horizontal injection produces
micro-bubbles with a large surface area
per unit volume and provides a flow
pattern to allow the bubbles to have the
maximum contact time with the liquor
therefore allowing the greatest potential
for oxygen transfer.
7. The one-piece impeller is constructed
entirely of heavy duty stainless steel for
exceptional corrosion, wear and abrasion
resistance ensuring a long life and
maintenance free operation.
Aqua Turbo Mixers

MIX-AS Floating Downdraft Mixer - External Motor Screwpeller Technology

Simple, robust and reliable, general purpose mixer adaptable to all basin
configurations and easily repositioned to suit process changes. Open, two-
start helical impeller providing intensive radial, sub-surface mixing pattern with
negligible surface disturbance and low power to volume performance.

Applications Range
General mixing of lagoons, basins + tanks 1.5 - 55kW
Activated-sludge processes 4 + 6-Pole Speeds, direct drive
Extreme water temperature variations Standard motor
Denitrification + SBR AISI 304/316 or other SS
Features Configurations
Non-clogging, gentle action impeller Pontoon mount only
Turbulent 3D radial mixing pattern Vertical operation only
Virtually zero surface turbulence + O2 transfer 1 x Surface drive
Simple installation + removal Fixed or variable WL

MIX-BS Floating Downdraft Mixer - Enclosed Motor Screwpeller Technology

Features the same as MIX-AS with the addition of an explosion proof motor
encapsulated in the float, allowing location within the spray of adjacent
aerators without damage. Ideal for high foaming, high corrosion, gaseous
high flammability applications and noise sensitive locations.

Applications Range
High foaming lagoons, basins + tanks 1.1 - 30kW
Mixers positioned in aerator spray 4 + 6-Pole Speeds, direct drive
High corrosion applications VEM motor - Explosion proof
Denitrification + SBR AISI 304/316 or other SS
Features Configurations
Non-clogging, gentle action impeller Pontoon mount only
Turbulent 3D radial mixing pattern Vertical operation only
Virtually zero surface turbulence + O2 transfer 1 x Enclosed drive
Simple installation + removal Fixed or variable WL

MIX-SL Fixed or Floating Directional Mixer Screwpeller Technology

Multi-purpose, multi-directional, submerged mixer ideal for general mixing

and flow generation; adaptable to any basin configuration. Open, two-start
helical impeller providing intensive, directional sub-surface mixing pattern with
negligible surface disturbance and low power to volume performance.

Applications Range
Directional mixing + flow generation 1.5 - 22kW
General mixing of lagoons, basins + tanks 4 + 6-Pole Speeds, direct drive
Activated-sludge processes EMOD motor - IP 68 protection
Denitrification + SBR AISI 304/316 or other SS
Features Configurations
Non-clogging, gentle action impeller Rail, floor, pontoon mount options
High quality, low maintenance EMOD motor Any operating angle - 0 -180
Robust + compact design - low vibration 1 x Submerged drive
Simple installation + removal Fixed or variable WL

MIX-GS Low-speed Bottom Mixer

Exceptional mixing performance in both low and high solids concentration.

Easily converted to an AER-GS, independent aerator and mixer, if required.
Intensive, low-energy, 360-degree mixing pattern and totally non-clogging
impeller. Available as submerged drive or surface drive with extended shaft.

Applications Range
High efficiency mixing of basins + tanks 1.1 - 30kW
Activated-sludge processes 10 - 42 rpm, geared drive
Denitrification + SBR Stub shaft + extended shaft options
Also ideal for deep tanks + high MLSS AISI 304/316 or special SS
Features Configurations
Intensive low energy to volume mixing Fixed bridge + floor-mount only
Totally non-clogging design Vertical operation only
Low noise 1 x Submerged or surface drive
Robust design - low maintenance Fixed or variable WL
Aqua Decant Floating Decanter Systems

AD/Gravity AD/Pump

Floating Weir + Permanently Open + Gravity Discharge Floating Weir + Permanently Open + Pump Discharge

AD-MC/Gravity AD-MC/Pump
Floating Weir + Mechanically Closing + Gravity Discharge Floating Weir + Mechanically Closing + Pump Discharge

Discharges subsurface laminar layer of clean water without disturbing the

sludge blanket or floatables. Gravity and pump options are available with
mechanical actuation to close the weir during aeration and mixing phases
preventing wastewater or activated sludge entering the discharge pipe.

Applications
Sequential Batch Reactors
Sludge settling tanks
Sludge thickeners
General decanting
Features
Minimal sludge blanket disruption
Adjustable flow
Avoids discharge of floatables
Simple design + installation
Configuration Options at High Water Level
Range
Circular - 10 to 150m/h
Rectangular - 150 to 3,000m/h
Custom manufacture
AISI 304/316 or special SS
Configurations
Flexible hose + mooring cables with springs
Flexible hose + guide rails
Hinged discharge pipe
Telescopic discharge pipe

Configuration Options at Low Water Level

Aqua Turbo + Aqua Decant Combination Systems

AER-FES + MIX-SL [Fixed] AER-GS + FRMD + Aqua Decant

AER-FES and MIX-SL [fixed] are ideal for low and high loadings in tanks with AER-GS is ideal for SBR applications due to its infinite oxygen regulation with no
fixed water level or minimal variation. For low loadings AER-FES and MIX-SL reduction in mixing efficiency. Aqua Decant discharges clean water from under
can operate alternately to save energy. For high loadings and high MLSS MIX-SL the water surface. FRMD removes any bulking sludge or floatables, which can build
maintains complete mix to ensure solids remain in suspension. up on the surface of some SBR systems.

AER-AS/MIX-SL + Aqua Decant AER-GD + MIX-SL + FB

AER-AS/MIX-SL and Aqua Decant is the most common and simple SBR AER-GD is specifically suited to oxidation ditches due to its high oxygen transfer
configuration with the MIX-SL mounted beneath the AER-AS. This improves aeration and because it induces circulation. MIX-SL units operate as both flow generators
efficiency, eliminates mixer rails, aligns the axes to provide complimentary and and mixers to maintain minimum floor velocity and mixing conditions. FB breaks
improved mixing patterns, whilst reducing mixing energy. and re-entrains foam, which can form on the surface.

AER-SB/L + FRED AER-AS + MIX-SL + Aqua Decant

One application for AER-SB/L is processing of animal waste because as a This aerator, mixer, decanter combination, in selected quantities, is a traditional
bottom aerator, with intensive mixing, it has exceptional ability to keep high solids SBR system providing all equipment required for each phase of the SBR process.
concentrations in suspension. The waste type creates high FOG levels, which FRED The floating AER-AS and Aqua Decant rise and fall with water level variations
re-entrains whilst complimenting the mixing action of AER-SB/L. while the MIX-SL is fixed below minimum water level.

AER-AS + AER-SL [Floating] AER-AS + MIX-BS

The AER-AS and AER-SL [Floating] combination is ideal for large lagoon systems MIX-BS assists AER-AS to provide complete mix conditions in large or deep basins
with relatively low loadings and/or seasonal load fluctuations. As a directional aerator as well as improving overall aeration and mixing efficiency. The mixer also keeps
AER-SL provides horizontal velocity to assist oxygen dispersion and as well as solids in suspension while the aerators are stopped for denitrification or during
flow generation to prevent quiescent zones . seasonal and reduced loadings conditions.
Aqua Turbo Floatables + Foam Processing

FB Foam Breaker Screwpeller Technology

To assist bio-digestion FB aspirates and breaks high volumes of foam forming

on the surface of some biological and thermophilic reactors. Foam is sucked
into the volute where the degassing phase allows air to vent to atmosphere
and liquid to re-entrain. Nothing is discharged from the basin.

Applications
BEFORE High FOG treating biological reactors
High foaming influent
Thermophilic reactors
Biological treatment of animal waste
Features
Blockage free + high flow volute
Unique air/liquid separation + discharge
Reliable + non-clogging impeller
AFTER
Simple installation + removal
Range
1.5 - 15kW, EMOD motor - IP 68
4, 6 + 8-Pole Speeds, direct drive
2 + 3 float options
AISI 304/316 or special SS
Configurations
Fixed + pontoon mount options
Vertical operation only
1 x Submerged drive
Fixed or variable WL options

FRED Floatables Re-entrainment Device Screwpeller Technology

Radial mixing draws surface FOG towards the centric downdraft flow of the
dual-action impeller where the homogenization phase allows re-entrainment
with the biological process. FRED prevents settlement and crust formation as
well as mixing the entire basin. Nothing is discharged from the basin.

Applications Range
High FOG + scum conditions 1.1 - 22kW
Viscous + sludge bulking problems 4-Pole Speed, direct drive
Grease trap upstream of biological reactor 2 + 3 Float options
SBR AISI 304/316 or special SS
Features Configurations
Special dual-action impeller Pontoon mount only
Excellent mixing performance Vertical operation only
Reliable + non-clogging design 1 x Surface drive
Simple installation + removal Fixed or variable WL

FRMD/MIX-SL Floatables Removal Device + Submerged Mixer Screwpeller Technology

Radial mixing in conjunction with surface flow generated by the submersible

pump draws FOG towards the basin centre. A special adjustable scum weir
allows a laminar layer of FOG to enter the pump intake for discharge from the
basin. Non-contaminating so ideal for disposal and reuse applications.

Applications
Removal of bulking + old sludge
Removal + reuse of FOG
Sludge stabilisation + biogas
SBR
Features
Adjustable flow rate
Purpose designed blockage free pump
Reliable + non-clogging impeller
Simple installation + removal
Range
1.5 - 22kW, EMOD motor - IP 68
4 + 6-Pole Speeds, direct drive
Multiple pump flow rate options
AISI 304/316 or other SS
Configurations
Pontoon mount only
Vertical operation only
1 x Submerged drive + pump
Fixed or variable WL

FRMD/MIX-AS Floatables Removal Device + Floating Downdraft Mixer Screwpeller Technology

Features the same as FRMD/MIX-SL but designed to allow operation at low

water level by positioning the special adjustable scum weir beside the mixer
rather than above it. The weir and submersible pump are mounted on an
independent pontoon connected to the mixer via a self-leveling linkage.

Applications Range
Removal of bulking + old sludge 1.5 - 55kW
Removal + reuse of FOG 4 + 6-Pole Speeds, direct drive
Sludge stabilisation + biogas Multiple pump flow rate options
SBR AISI 304/316 or other SS
Features Configurations
Adjustable flow rate Pontoon mount only
Purpose designed blockage free pump Vertical operation only
Reliable + non-clogging impeller 1 x Surface drive + Submerged pump
Simple installation + removal Fixed or variable WL
European Manufactured Technology - Simple, Robust + Proven

Aquasystems Australasia Limited, NewZealand Aquasystems International N.V., Belgium

Company Profile Principal Profile

Aquasystems Australasia Limited is a registered company incorporated
in New Zealand. It is a representative for Belgium based Aquasystems
International N.V. product lines covering various Australasian territories.
Aquasystems Australasia Limited is totally independent of Aquasystems
International N.V. with no commonality of shareholding, directorship or
management.
All technical staff employed by Aquasystems Australasia Limited have
completed product and application training at the Belgium factory in
areas of product selection, sizing, assembly, installation, operation,
commissioning, servicing and trouble-shooting.
To ensure local support and after sales service, Aquasystems Australasia
Limited also has sales offices in Melbourne and Sydney.
Aquasystems Australasia Limited has successful installations throughout
New Zealand and Australia covering a wide variety of industrial and
municipal applications.
Aquasystems Australasia Limited is proud to have represented
Aquasystems International N.V. since 2003 and looks forward to
representing their interests in this part of the world for many years
to come.
Aquasystems International N.V. is a registered company incorporated in
Belgium. It is one of the worlds leading designers and manufacturers of
water and wastewater treatment equipment for industrial and municipal
markets. The corporate headquarters is based in Halle, Belgium with
manufacturing plants at Halle and also Springdale, Arkansas, USA.
The company operates branch offices in the UK, Germany and France
and supports a network of international agents and representatives in
all major markets.
Founded by Mr. Johny Haegeman in 1975, 2010 marks a milestone
for Aquasystems International N.V. celebrating 35-years of innovation
and international success. The flagship Aqua Turbo Model AER-AS
Surface Aerator, with its worldwide patented Screwpeller technology,
commenced manufacture in 1984 and is now internationally regarded
as the market leader.
The Belgium and USA manufacturing plants have comprehensive R+D
and test facilities each featuring 300m and 1,200m test tanks. Every
item manufactured undergoes a series of extensive test procedures
prior to delivery.
The company has gained worldwide recognition by producing simple,
well-designed products of the highest quality, which provide proven
results, longevity and low maintenance operation.

Aquasystems Australasia Limited

PO Box 1767 Invercargill 9840 New Zealand

Telephone +64 3 216 4009 Facsimile +64 3 216 4019
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